Glasgow International 2026 Open Programme Forum

Thursday 27 February 2025, 5-7pm
The Pearce Institute
840-860 Govan Rd
Glasgow G51 3UU

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Glasgow International invites Glasgow-based artists, independent curators, artist run spaces, arts and community organisers to a discussion forum on Glasgow International 2026's Open Programme.

In advance of an open-call for submissions being launched in March 2025, this is an opportunity to hear about, discuss and have your say in plans for Glasgow International’s Open Programme at the next edition of the festival in June 2026.

Glasgow International is a biennial festival with a history of celebrating the unique depth and long-standing vibrancy of the city’s contemporary visual arts scene. Core to the festival is the Open Programme which is made up of projects conceived and delivered by Glasgow-based arts organisations, artist-led initiatives, artists and independent curators selected through an open submission, many of which receive funding and practical support from Glasgow International.

Since the first edition in 2005, Glasgow International has evolved and adapted to the changing needs of the community of artists and arts organisations in the city, while connecting artists and audiences internationally and nationally. Building on the 2024 edition of the festival, the development of Glasgow International and its presence in the city will continue to centre the ethos of collective endeavour.

The forum is an opportunity for those interested in being part of the next festival in June 2026 to find out more about the Open Programme and the application and selection process. We also want to hear people’s ideas and expectations for the festival in 2026, whether you’ve participated in Glasgow International previously or not; and whether you’re thinking of applying to the Open Programme or just planning on presenting a visual arts project in Glasgow in June 2026. 

Event Access

Live Stream 
This event will be live streamed with a dedicated facilitator to host chat, manage break out spaces and connect the online and in person experience. 

General Venue Access Information
Please access McLeod Hall, from the Pearce Street accessible door at the side of the building.

Toilets
Pearce Institute has three gender-neutral single-occupant toilets, one is wheelchair accessible

Transport
Nearest Train or Subway Station(s): Govan Subway Station
Parking: On street parking available free of charge
Disabled parking is available at side of the building
There is a bike hire station on Govan Road next to the Subway Station.
There are 2 bike rails outside of the building on Govan Road.